Ultimate Gift Guide for Teen Boys (Every Gift is Under $30!)
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If you have a teenage boy in your life, you may find that they are the most difficult to shop for. Many will tell you they just want money, so if you’re stuck on tangible gift ideas you’ll love our helpful gift guide! We’ve vetted the best gifts for teen boys so you don’t need to stress about giving cringey gifts this year.
Here are some of the best gift ideas for teen boys under $30:
- Bike Handlebar Phone Mount
- Bedside Night Light/Bluetooth Speaker
- Owala Water Bottle
- Mini Fridge
- Survival Kit
- Barbasol Diversion Safe Stash Can
- Nike Socks
- Portable Phone Charger
- Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
- Glow in The Dark Basketball
- Reading Pillow
- Thumbs Up Cell Phone Holder
- Kids Against Maturity Card Game
- 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens
- A Memorable Experience
1. Give him a place to secure his phone while biking.
CAW.CAR Unbreakable Bike Handlebar Phone Mount – $25.45 (regularly $27.95)
Easily mountable on handlebars or frames, this device lets you listen to music, use GPS, and answer hands-free calls while riding!
2. This alarm clock and Bluetooth speaker combo doubles as a colorful night light and phone charger!
3. Water bottles and tumblers make great stocking stuffers perfect for school to practice.
Owala Water Bottle from $22.77 (reg. $27.99)
4. Your teen boy will love having his own mini-fridge snacks and drinks.
Frigidaire Mini Personal Fridge – $30+ (regularly $34.99)
*Available in red, green, or white for $30 and under
5. This survival kit is a great gift for an adventurous teen or a new driver.
Emergency Survival Kit $21.99 (reg. $32.92)
Equipped with everything he’ll need for survival – just be sure the kit’s contents align with your teen’s maturity level.
6. This safe stash can is perfect for storing cash & valuables they don’t want younger siblings to find.
Barbasol Diversion Safe Stash Can – $13.09 (reg. $13.90)
With a dab of real shaving cream on the dispenser this real tin can will fool anyone!
7. Nike socks are the only socks teen guys are likely to get excited about and actually want as a gift.
Nike Socks 6-Pack $28 SHIPPED ($4.67 per pair)
8. If your teenage boy has a phone, then he needs a portable charger, too.
Portable Phone Charger– $17.99 (reg. $21.98)
Charges up to 78% in just one hour and is one of the slimmest on the market.
9. He can take his music everywhere with this portable, waterproof speaker.
Wireless Portable Mini Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker $21.99
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Final cost $16.99!
Grab the coordinating case for just $9.99 and still stay under our $30 budget.
10. Their b-ball game will always be lit with this glow-in-the-dark ball.
GlowCity Glow in The Dark Basketball $31.99 (reg. $35.99)
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Final cost $21.99 SHIPPED!
Comes with extra batteries and for a few extra dollars you can get a ball with a pump included too.
Need a different sport? They make glow-in-the-dark footballs and soccer balls under $30 too!
11. Add some cozy comfort to his room with this oversized pillow for reading, gaming, and chilling.
12. This bendable thumbs-up stand holds his phone upright for FaceTiming or sideways for gaming and has a slot for a charger.
Thumbs Up Cell Phone Holder – $12.99
13. This is one game he’ll be asking to play even when it’s not family fun night.
Kids Against Maturity Card Game $19.99 (reg. $34.99)
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Final cost $13.99 shipped!
Already have this game? Check out our top board games for teens.
14. These motivational cards will be a powerful guide for any teen seeking confidence and growth.
7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens – $12.60 (reg. $19.95)
15. Treat him to a memorable experience.
Experiences – price varies
Many teenagers are getting to the age where they can start to appreciate the value of an experience over material things. There are endless options, depending on your teen’s interests. The only limits are your imagination and budget!
Consider these unique and nearly free ideas to fit your tight budget:
- Outdoor movie night
- Hiking day
- Game night
- Movie marathon day
- Fitness Challenge
- Find a free concert near you
- Sports day with friends
- Stargazing camp out
- Nature photography walk
- Homemade sushi at home
- and more!
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I can vouch for the INIU portable charger. I bought one for myself 2-2 1/2 years ago and it charges fast, is a good size, and is still going strong! It is go awesome that I bought two more as gifts! My 13 year old son will be getting one under the tree this year!
Thanks so much for taking the time to comment on how awesome this portable charger has been, Brenda! 🙌 Glad you were able to snag a couple more for gifting! 💖
Does anyone have any additional suggestions? We have an 18 year old who just graduated in June. He’s really hard to shop for. He plays on his PlayStation occasionally and works and is preparing to start school winter term online. We’re thinking a laptop but can’t come up with much else! Thanks.
Hey there! We have some other gift guides here! Hoping one of those might have an idea or two that your teen would enjoy! 🤞❤️
We have a similar son. 😉
If he has a favorite college or pro sports team a hoodie or jersey would be a welcomed gift.
If he is a driver, gas gift cards or car wash coupons are welcomed.
Uber eats gifts cards are appreciated as well.
Food is always a fan favorite with our boys. Ha! Especially unique items like candy or snacks from a different country (World Market).
Man Crates are fun to open and often have practical or edible gifts.
Does he have a favorite author? Perhaps a book.
Hope that helps.
Thanks for the great ideas! He does have a favorite basketball team- we did nba tickets for his last birthday so maybe a hoodie of that team as well! Yeah I always put his favorite jerkey in his stocking so I agree with food being great!